Alfred Lord Tennyson was one of the most renowned poets of the Victorian era, and has left behind a rich legacy of memorable quotes…
Tennyson served as the Poet Laureate from 1850 until his death in 1892 and wrote several poems during his tenure including "The Charge of the Light Brigade"…
On Saturday 9th December Farringford Estate hosted a celebration of the Garden…
October Half Term is here! What are you going to do with all the family? The Spooky themed Isle of Wight has a loads to offer! …
Does everyone see the world in the same colours as me? What if my blue isn’t their blue?…
This grassy downland is named after Alfred, Lord Tennyson, who found inspiration in its wild and windswept landscape and breathtaking views…
As a poet, Tennyson was a man very much led by his reviewers, forever commenting upon them and worrying about them.…
It isn’t just modern-day readers who have found Tennyson inescapably funny, he was also parodied by his contemporaries and even his friends…
The Gardening Year at Farringford - 2024…
Farringford have been awarded Gold in the Heritage Park/Garden category at the recent South & South East in Bloom Awards…
"The Wight in Bloom (overall) winner would need to be stunning, immaculate, Innovative with a good range of suitable plants and have a significant "WOW" factor."…
Freshwater Bay is an idyllic spot that has long captured the imagination of visitors and residents alike.…
The gardens at Farringford have only been established within the last six years, so Ellen, Ali and their team were pleased…
Disconnect from technology and enjoy the unique tranquillity of the West Wight with its Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty…
The dining room at Farringford was always a sociable space where Tennyson entertained many famous Victorians…
There are two fine old churches in Freshwater; St Agnes Church at Freshwater Bay and All Saints' Church in the old part of Freshwater close to The Causway…
Have you just realised that it is half term next week and are frantically wondering how to entertain the children? Try these six things to do this half term.…
Farringford achieved 'Highly Commended’ in the recent Historic Houses Restorations Awards which celebrates remarkable restoration work. …
Farringford Estate and holiday cottages at Freshwater recently achieved the gold level in the Green Star sustainable travel scheme.…
Immerse yourself into the Christmas spirit. Christmas events on the Isle of Wight start from the end of November.…
15 things to do on the Isle of Wight that are FREE…
Hundreds of veterans will be in Portsmouth to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the largest seaborne invasion in History…
May is National Walking Month with the strapline, "Walk This May", and the Isle of Wight Walking Festival is the place to do it!…
During the Summer of 2019 the Isle of Wight is set to celebrate the Victorian era with events around Queen Victoria's 200th birthday.…
Farringford Walled Garden wins the Wight in Bloom Best Small Tourist Attraction Garden…
This weekend Cowes will be hosting the 58th year of Powerboat Racing with 100mph offshore powerboats racing to Torquay and back.…
Every year the Fort Walk attracts thousands of people to the beaches of St Helens and Bembridge when the tides are at their lowest. …
Cowes will be buzzing from 3rd to 11th August with a variety of on-land activities as Cowes Week comes to the town . . . and it's not just for sailors!…
The Isle of Wight CycleFest is an organised cycling event offering guided rides for all levels from various destinations on the Isle of Wight.…
This week the Isle of Wight there is a great opportunity to visit the yachting centre of the world to witness the Panerai British Classic Week …
‘We’re Going on a Bear Hunt’ is a classic childrens favourite and Visit Isle of Wight, The National Trust and Walker Books have teamed up to create their own ‘Bear Hunt’ …
Catch the world’s most renowned equestrian athletes in a competition like no other at Osborne Horse Trials.…
The Isle of Wight Festival started in 1968, but was banned due to the volume of people who came to see Jimi Hendrix's last gig.…
Cowes Week takes place in August each year and is one of the UK’s longest running sporting events. Starting in 1886…
The Isle of Wight Festival marks the beginning of the UK’s music festival calendar and has featured great headline acts like the Rolling Stones, Paul McCartney, Coldplay…
Just down the road from Farringford, near the thatched church and The Piano wine bar is a little piece of Isle of Wight history, Orchard Brothers family grocers.…
The Isle of Wight has long been the backdrop for the romantic - often drawn to Tennyson's romantic poetry …
The term 'Indian Summer' is often used to describe a warm, sunny spell of weather in the autumn. But what exactly does it mean? …
The Isle of Wight is one of the most dog-friendly places to visit. There is a huge range and variety of walks around the Island's coast from long, safe beaches…
The ‘Back of the Wight’ is the south-west facing coast of the Isle of Wight that runs from St Catherines Head to the Needles.…
A massive 7,500 walkers took part in the Island's annual Earl Mountbatten Hospice…
Easter wouldn't be the same without a some eccentic Easter events, and the Island has its fair share for 2016.…
The Isle of Wight has been described as a walker’s paradise. With over 500 miles of well-maintained footpaths a…
FreshwaterLive - 22 August 2015, FreshwaterLive is an event organised to…
The self -catering holiday apartments in the main house are receiving their first coats of paint and the kitchens and…
After another busy winter, those of you who stayed with us as recently as last summer, will notice changes and improv…
When the BBC weather man says "Rain showers in the south of England" or "Showers along the south coast", should you e…
The Isle of Wight has long attracted the attention of geologists. In his book Controversy in Victorian Geology…
There are a range of Haloween and Guy Fawkes celebrations happening across the Isle of Wight in the next few weeks, a…
Yarmouth, Isle of Wight, 30th May-1st June 2014, What is an Old Gaffer?, Trad…
2-5 May 2014,The Isle of Arts takes place each spring in the pretty seaside town of Ventnor set in the shel…
3rd -18th May 2014,People cross continents to walk this…
These last few weeks have been pretty dramatic along the south coast and a new daily pastime of mine and many others …
The festival season on the Isle of Wight kicks off to an early start this year with a brand new Fringe Festival …
With the New Year upon us it is time to look ahead to the many diverse and fascinating events and activities that the…
Nestled near the westerly tip of the Isle of Wight, Freshwater Bay is an idyllic spot that has long captured the imag…
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There are some lovely winter walks on the Isle of Wight, especially around and over Tennyson Down. They are a great o…
Autumn is often the best season for exploring and the British countryside is never more beautiful than at this time. …
Autumn Calender …
Diamond Jubilee Weekend Farringford…
Farringford restaurant news event…